In a statement, DOT spokesperson Scott Gastel said the abbreviated schedule was a result of crews calling out sick.
Make your contribution now and help Gothamist thrive in 2023.The Staten Island Ferry ran on a heavily reduced schedule Thursday during rush hour due to staffing issues.that boats would run hourly starting at 1 p.m. until further notice, and advised riders to use alternate routes if possible. Usually during rush hour, boats run every 15-20 minutes.
“It was exceptionally crowded,” Willis said via text. “There was only one boat going back and forth when usually there’s 4 crossing. I normally catch the 5:30. It was about 30 minutes late… If you don’t have a car you have no way off the island, it becomes a crutch.”In a statement, DOT spokesperson Scott Gastel said the abbreviated schedule was a result of afternoon crews calling out sick.
"With a national marine worker shortage and as a result of this action, the Staten Island Ferry service is experiencing significant changes — these changes are extremely disruptive to the tens of thousands of people who ride the ferry every day, Staten Islanders commuting to work or home to their families, and U.S. military personnel visiting for Fleet Week," said Gastel.
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